For sure try the A through Z method, or like how your thinking. It's easiest I feel like if the first letter or two of the name identifies who it is, helps the mind process it much faster than having to decipher the entire name.
Naming schemes have already been the hardest obstacle for me when at the end of the day it's not too big of a deal, at least I try to remind myself of that.
I've done my 5 box team now is the days of the week. Monday-Friday, makes it super easy to know which screen to switch to.